Head-to-head · Best Portable Grills Under $200

Coleman RoadTrip 225 vs Weber Go-Anywhere Charcoal

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

The short answer

Weber Go-Anywhere Charcoal comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.1 vs 4.3). The gap is mostly about Flavor-focused campers and tailgaters on a tight budget who prefer authentic charcoal smoke over gas convenience and want the lightest, cheapest grill that still cooks consistently. — read the strengths below before deciding.

Ranked #4 in Best Portable Grills Under $200

Coleman RoadTrip 225

4.1

$364.99as of Jun 7

The RoadTrip 225 is the value pick for buyers who want two adjustable burners and matchless ignition without crossing $200. Its 225-square-inch grate and 11,000 BTU output handle camping, tailgating, and patio cooking, and the InstaStart push-button lighting and removable grease tray make day-to-day use simple. Build quality is its soft spot, with owners flagging thin metal and a missing lid latch, but for a sub-$200 two-burner grill from a trusted camp-gear brand, it covers the essentials well.

Strengths

— Two adjustable burners give independent temperature zones for searing and finishing
— Matchless InstaStart push-button ignition lights reliably with no lighter needed
— 225 sq in grate comfortably handles meals for a small family

Watch-outs

— Owners report thin metal body and components that feel less durable over time
— No lid latch, so the lid can swing open during transport
— No built-in thermometer for precise temperature monitoring

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Higher ratedRanked #3 in Best Portable Grills Under $200

Weber Go-Anywhere Charcoal

4.3

$89.98as of Jun 7

The Go-Anywhere is the charcoal classic of the portable world and the smart-money flavor pick under $200. Its rectangular 140-square-inch box holds temperature with the consistency Weber is known for, the porcelain-enameled steel resists rust and warping, and at under 15 pounds with locking legs it packs into a backseat footwell. You give up gas convenience for coal management and a long preheat, and the nylon handles run hot, but for genuine charcoal flavor at around $90 it is unbeatable value.

Strengths

— Consistent, controllable charcoal heat with dual airflow dampers for real temperature management
— Porcelain-enameled steel body resists rust and warping far better than foldable budget charcoal grills
— At 14.9 lbs with legs that lock over the lid for transport, it is genuinely packable

Watch-outs

— Requires charcoal, lighting time, and ash cleanup that gas grills avoid
— Glass-reinforced nylon handles get very hot during cooking
— Small 140 sq in grate is the least cooking room in this lineup

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How they stack up

Coleman RoadTrip 225

Matches the Cuisinart CGG-306's two-burner control at a lower price but with thinner construction and a smaller 225 sq in grate. It is heavier and bulkier than the Char-Broil Grill2Go X200 and lacks that grill's searing intensity, but it offers gentler low-heat cooking. It is a step up in capacity and burner count from the single-burner Cuisinart CGG-180 Petit Gourmet.

Weber Go-Anywhere Charcoal

The only charcoal grill in this lineup, trading the instant ignition of the Char-Broil Grill2Go X200, Cuisinart CGG-306, and Coleman RoadTrip 225 for genuine smoke flavor. It is lighter and cheaper than every gas option here, including the compact Cuisinart CGG-180 Petit Gourmet, but its 140 sq in grate is the smallest of the group.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	Coleman RoadTrip 225	Weber Go-Anywhere Charcoal
Fuel	Propane (16.4 oz or 20 lb with hose)	Charcoal
BTU Output	11,000 BTU	—
Cooking Area	225 sq in	140 sq in
Burners	2 adjustable	—
Ignition	InstaStart matchless push-button	—
Grate Material	Porcelain-coated cast iron	Plated steel (2-piece)
Grease Management	Removable water/grease pan	—
Configuration	Tabletop	—
Weight	—	14.9 lbs
Dimensions	—	21 x 12.2 x 14.5 in (packed)
Body Material	—	Porcelain-enameled steel
Airflow	—	Dual adjustable dampers
Transport	—	Locking legs over lid

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